The Hidden Agenda: Jed Pickett - Guitars, Paul (Slats) Slattery - Bass, Nick Cheek - Drums
Influences
Ben folds, the Whitlams, Monique Brumby, Silverchair, Missy Higgns, Natalie Imbruglia, Jet, Live, Powderfinger, Billy Joel, The Beatles, Epicure, Elton John, Crowded House, Thirsty Merc, Matchbox Twenty and Rob Thomas, Pearl Jam, Radiohead, Carol King, Cat Stevens
Singer/Songwriter Simon Astley's piano driven songs with narrative lyrics may owe a debt to modern ivory tinklers like Ben Folds, The Whitlams and Elton John, but they are also startlingly original.His melodies are memorable and lyrics born with personality, showcase Simon's passion towards expressing feelings and touching other people through his songs.
It has been a busy few years for this Tasmanian raised singer/songwriter who now resides in Melbourne. Simon has been playing many venues around Australia such as Manchester Lane, The Espy, Brunswick Hotel, The Empress Hotel, Ruby's Lounge,The Wesley Anne Hotel, Idgaff Bar, The Spot, National Hotel, Rochester Castle, Za'Ba Cafe, Exchange Hotel, Cornish Arms, The Barwon Club, Barley Corn Hotel, The Govenor Of Hindmarsh, The Rhino Room, Batman Fawkner Hotel, The Republic Bar, Sol's Deck Bar, The Cat 'n' Fiddle Hotel and many more.
The end of 2004 saw the release of his powerful 4 track debut EP ‘Shopping Mall’, which recently has become popular in the UK. The song 'Shopping Mall' was included on the compilation CD ‘Stay in the Box, Vol 2’ released through the independant record label Matchbox Recordings in London. The end of 2007 saw the released of his debut album 'Sofa So Good', which includes the song ‘If I Was There Tonight’ which also has been recently included on the compilation CD ‘Acoustika , Vol 10’ through independant record label 272 Records in Hollywood USA.
Embarking on a national tour's to promote his CD's, Simon has given his audience's something to rave about and has proved that watching him perform live can make you laugh and cry. The EP 'Shopping Mall' and album ‘Sofa So Good’ are for sale in music stores and available on itunes. Simon has also recently released a video clip for the powerful single ‘Better Place To Hide’ off the 'Sofa So Good' album, which you will find on youtube and soon on Rage. Simon is in the stages of recording his next album with producer, singer songwriter Monique Brumby in Melbourne and will continue to play live gigs and enjoy the ride!
any friend of the jedi is a friend of mine.. hey let us know next time u are in tas + possibly the invisible boys could do a gig or something. keep the tunes floating out
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Hi Simon, Welcome to DTRadio. Real cool tunes you play mate. We would love to add you to our playlist. We support local unsigned aussies with airplay, Gig promotions & Cd sales so pay us a visit, read our blogs for info. Also seeking someone to run this site & join our amazing team. Cheers Taz.
Just stoppin by to say hey! I hope everything is going great for you and you have an awesome Thursday today! Stop by when you have a chance and listen to the new song "Forgiven" and let us know what you think about it because we will be sending it out to radio all across the US 7/1/08. Thank you so much for your friendship, your prayers, your support, and most of all your love. Keep on rockin for Jesus my friend.
G'day simon, How are ya mate. Just thought I'd let you know I've uploaded a couple of videos for people to check out, let me know what ya think. Cheers mate, Talk to ya soon. Kram Nosirrah.
Thankyou for the Add! I noticed that you're playing here in Tassy soon - ish! Look forward to checking your stuff out live. Your music has a great vibe to it..if that means anything to you. :)
hey simon were gd thanx & urself? were building on to our house atm & everyones busy with work etc so its good. got my grandma over from nz atm so its been all go.got exams atm so studying hard-which isnt fun lol yeh let us now when you come over. have a gd1,clare
howdy doody. are you going to be in devtown much at the end of june or beginning of july, cos i've got uni holidays between the 20th and 14th? it'd be cool if you were keen to have another recording session some time then and we could add some beer and tacos into the mix... talk to you soon anyhow.
Hi Simon! Thank you very much for the request. I'm very busy at the moent so I haven't had the chance to listen to your music. but I WILL listen ( when I can give it my full attention) and I WILL comment. Thank you for listening to my music Take care and have a good one Chris Akoonah
